LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Legacy Nursing and Rehabilitation of Plaquemine received an F trust grade, indicating significant concerns and a poor performance overall. They rank #135 out of 264 facilities in Louisiana, placing them in the bottom half, and are the second-best option in Iberville County, with only one facility rated higher. While the facility is improving, with issues decreasing from 28 in 2024 to 10 in 2025, it still reported serious problems, including a critical incident where staff failed to follow a resident's code status during an emergency, leading to immediate jeopardy. Staffing is a concern, with only 1 out of 5 stars, and less RN coverage than 90% of state facilities, meaning residents may not receive the oversight they need. Additionally, the facility has accumulated $245,413 in fines, which is higher than 92% of Louisiana facilities, suggesting ongoing compliance issues. However, the quality measures rating is strong at 5 out of 5 stars, indicating some aspects of care are being managed well despite these significant weaknesses.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Louisiana
- #135/264
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 43% turnover. Near Louisiana's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $245,413 in fines. Lower than most Louisiana facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 7 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Louisiana. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 53 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (43%)
5 points below Louisiana average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Louisiana average (2.4)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
Near Louisiana avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Well above median ($33,413)
Significant penalties indicating serious issues
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 53 deficiencies on record
May 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to provide privacy for a resident during incontinence care for 1 (Resident #1) of 3 (Resident #1, Resident #2, Resident #3) sa...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) completed hand hygiene during incontinence care for 1 (Resident #1) of 3 (Residen...
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Jan 2025
8 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0583
(Tag F0583)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record review the facility failed to maintain a resident's right to privacy while performing care for 1 (Resident #17) of 22 (Resident #14, Resident #15, Residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure care plan interventions were implemented to decrease risk of falls for 1 (Resident #84) of 3 (Resident #36, Residen...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews the facility failed to ensure staff positioned a resident's urinary catheter bag below the level of the bladder for or 1 (Resident #64) of 4 (Resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Respiratory Care
(Tag F0695)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow their policy and procedure for maintaining respiratory care equipment for 1 (Resident #23) of 3 (Resident #23, Reside...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to ensure:
1. Staff had all hair restrained when in th...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0919
(Tag F0919)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and interviews the facility failed to ensure a resident's call bell was within reach and available for use for 2 (Resident #2, Resident #95) of 2 (Resident #2, Resident #95) samp...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and interviews, the facility failed to ensure resident rooms and equipment were cleanded and maintained in a sanitary manner for 2 (Resident #32, Resident #37) of 6 (Resident #2,...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to ensure the Minimum Data Set (MDS) was completed accurately for 2 ...
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Dec 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Requirements
(Tag F0622)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interviews and record review it was determined that the facility failed to communicate appropriate resident information to a receiving facility for 1 (Resident #1) of 1 (Resident #1) sampled ...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0725
(Tag F0725)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on facility records reviewed and interviews, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure a licensed nurse was designated as a charge nurse for each shift.
Findings:
Review of the facili...
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Sept 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to test a resident with signs and symptoms of COVID-19 in a timely manner for 1 (Resident #2) of 3 (Resident #1, Resident #2, and Resident #...
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Apr 2024
4 deficiencies
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure a resident remained free from resident to resident physical a...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure an allegation of resident to resident abuse was reported to t...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure a resident had a crisis intervention plan developed per the r...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0697
(Tag F0697)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to address signs of pain in a nonverbal resident for 1 (Resident #1) of 5 (Resident #1, Resident #2, Resident #3, Resident #4, a...
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Feb 2024
21 deficiencies
4 IJ (2 facility-wide)
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews the facility failed to ensure a resident, who had a history of unsafe smok...
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CRITICAL
(K)
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Deficiency F0925
(Tag F0925)
Someone could have died · This affected multiple residents
Based on record reviews, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to maintain an environment that was free from roaches for 1 (Hall D) of 5 (Hall A, Hall B, Hall C, Hall D, Hall E) halls obse...
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CRITICAL
(L)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Deficiency F0678
(Tag F0678)
Someone could have died · This affected most or all residents
⚠️ Facility-wide issue
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure a resident's code status was carried out per the resident'...
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CRITICAL
(L)
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Administration
(Tag F0835)
Someone could have died · This affected most or all residents
⚠️ Facility-wide issue
Based on observations, record reviews, and interviews, the facility failed to be administered in a manner that enabled it to use its resources effectively and efficiently by failing to have an adequat...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0554
(Tag F0554)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to assess a resident for self-administration of medic...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to provide maintenance services by failing to ensure a resident's wall was repaired. This deficient practice was identified f...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Investigate Abuse
(Tag F0610)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record reviews and interviews, the facility failed to conduct a thorough investigation following an allegation of abuse for 1 (Resident #104) of 11 (Resident #3, Resident #25, Resident #50, R...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
PASARR Coordination
(Tag F0644)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident with diagnoses of Bipolar Disorder and Schizophre...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0646
(Tag F0646)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews and interview, the facility failed to notify the appropriate state-designated authority for a Level II P...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record reviews, observations, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure an unsafe smoker's care plan was implemente...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, interview, and observation the facility failed to perform catheter care per policy and procedures. This deficient practice was identified for 1 (Resident #20) of 3 (Resident #7...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record review, the facility failed to follow a speech therapist's therapeutic diet recommendation for 1 (Resident #97) of 3 (Resident #7, Resident #73, and Resid...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0883
(Tag F0883)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview the facility failed to administer the Influenza vaccine and Pneumococcal vaccine for 1 (Resident #42) of 5 (Resident #5, Resident #7, Resident #20, Resident #24, a...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0887
(Tag F0887)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview the facility failed to ensure the COVID-19 vaccine was administered for 1 (Resident #42) of 5 (Resident #5, Resident #7, Resident #20, Resident #24, and Resident #...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to protect the residents' right to be free from resident-to-resident physical abuse for 6 (Resident #3, Resident #51, Resident #102, Residen...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interviews and record reviews the facility failed to report an allegation of abuse and the results of the investigation as required for 4 (Resident #3, Resident #102, Resident #205, and Resid...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to provide nail care to dependent residents. This deficient practice was identified for 2 (Resident #7 and Resident #89) of 4...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0740
(Tag F0740)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure residents received behavioral health care services for 2 (...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and interview, the facility:
1. Failed to ensure serve food that was free from contamination; and,
2. Failed to ensure a bottle of sanitizer was not placed on the food preparatio...
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MINOR
(B)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Deficiency F0577
(Tag F0577)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the results of the last standard survey were readily accessible to residents.
Findings:
Review of the facility's Survey Results Bind...
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MINOR
(B)
Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations and interviews, the facility failed to post the required Nurse Staffing information.
Findings:
Observation during building rounds on 02/05/2024 between 9:20 a.m. - 9:45 a.m., rev...
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Dec 2023
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Abuse Prevention Policies
(Tag F0607)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the certified nursing assistant (CNA) reported an allegation of neglect for 1 (Resident #1) of 3 (Resident #1, Resident #2, and Resi...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident's catheter was properly assessed for 1 (Resident #3) of 1 (Resident #3) sampled residents with a catheter. ...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident's catheter was care planned with interventions for 1 (Resident #3) of 1 (Resident #3) sampled residents wit...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident with a catheter received appropriate catheter care for 1 (Resident #3) of 1 (Resident #3) sampled residents...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to:
1. Ensure routine drugs were available for resident usage for 2 (Resident #1 and Resident #2) of 3 (Resident #1, Resident #2, and Resident...
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Dec 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0688
(Tag F0688)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interviews, the facility failed to ensure restorative services were provided for 1 (Resident #1) of 2 (Resident #1 and Resident #3) residents reviewed for therapy services.
...
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Oct 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medical Records
(Tag F0842)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to have accurate and complete records which documented the activities of daily living (ADL) documentation for a resident's bath and/or shower/...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure the wound care nurse performed hand hygiene when changing gloves for 1 (S3Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Wound Care Nu...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0921)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to:
1. Ensure residents rooms did not contain a dried dark tan sticky unknown substance on the floor for 2 (Resident #2 and Resi...
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Oct 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure an allegation of the misappropriation of resident funds and the results of the investigation were reported as required for 1 (Reside...
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Apr 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record reviews, interviews, and observations the facility failed to cover the urinary catheter bag for 1 (Resident #1) of 3 (Resident #1, Resident #2, and Resident #4) sampled residents. This...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to ensure a resident dependent on staff for nail care received assistance to ensure their toenails were kept clean and trimme...
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Feb 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to develop a person- centered comprehensive Care Plan for 1 resident (Resident #85) of 19 sampled residents reviewed. This deficient practice ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure side effect monitoring for the use of anticoagulant medication was completed for 1 (Resident #85) of 5 residents reviewed for unnece...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observations, interviews, and record reviews, the facility failed to properly check temperatures of food and log temperatures of food before being served from the steam table. This deficient ...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • 43% turnover. Below Louisiana's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 4 life-threatening violation(s), 1 harm violation(s), $245,413 in fines. Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 53 deficiencies on record, including 4 critical (life-threatening) violations. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • $245,413 in fines. Extremely high, among the most fined facilities in Louisiana. Major compliance failures.
- • Grade F (0/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
About This Facility
What is Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered below average nationally. Within Louisiana, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine Staffed?
CMS rates LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 43%, compared to the Louisiana average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine?
State health inspectors documented 53 deficiencies at LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE during 2023 to 2025. These included: 4 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death), 1 that caused actual resident harm, 44 with potential for harm, and 4 minor or isolated issues. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine?
LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by LEGACY NURSING & REHABILITATION, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 151 certified beds and approximately 112 residents (about 74% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in PLAQUEMINE, Louisiana.
How Does Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine Compare to Other Louisiana Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Louisiana, LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 2.4, staff turnover (43%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (1 stars) is much below the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 4 Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 2-star overall rating and ranks #100 of 100 nursing homes in Louisiana. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine Stick Around?
LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE has a staff turnover rate of 43%, which is about average for Louisiana nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine Ever Fined?
LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE has been fined $245,413 across 3 penalty actions. This is 6.9x the Louisiana average of $35,533. Fines at this level are uncommon and typically indicate a pattern of serious deficiencies, repeated violations, or failure to correct problems promptly. CMS reserves penalties of this magnitude for facilities that pose significant, documented risk to resident health or safety. Families should request specific documentation of what issues led to these fines and what systemic changes have been implemented.
Is Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation Of Plaquemine on Any Federal Watch List?
LEGACY NURSING AND REHABILITATION OF PLAQUEMINE is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.